2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 808 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 919 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1953 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1953 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | CL | 203 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |